Caitlin Clark Makes History as All-Time Leading Women’s Scorer in Major College Basketball
Caitlin Clark made headlines in the world of college basketball by becoming the all-time leading scorer in major college women’s basketball. In a remarkable performance, Clark scored 33 points to surpass Lynette Woodard and achieved her 17th career triple-double while leading sixth-ranked Iowa to a dominant 108-60 victory over Minnesota on Wednesday night.
In addition to this milestone, Clark also set a new NCAA single-season record by sinking eight 3-pointers, bringing her total to 156 in the 2023-24 season. With this feat, she now boasts an impressive career total of 3,650 points, surpassing Woodard’s previous record of 3,649 points for Kansas from 1977-81.
Earlier this month, Clark had already broken Kelsey Plum’s NCAA scoring record of 3,527 points, solidifying her place in women’s college basketball history.
Supporting Clark in the game, Gabbie Marshall scored 16 points to surpass the career 1,000-point mark for the Hawkeyes. Despite being eliminated from contention for the Big Ten regular season title, Iowa’s performance was a testament to their prowess on the court.
Facing off against the Gophers, Amaya Battle put up a tough fight with 18 points but struggled to contain the unstoppable force that is Clark. With a stellar performance, including going 8 for 14 from 3-point range, Clark thrilled the crowd of over 14,000 at Williams Arena, marking the 11th sellout in 11 true road games this season for Iowa.
Clark’s record-breaking night was evident from the start as she wasted no time in demonstrating her scoring prowess. From swishing her first four 3-pointers to setting a high tempo in the first quarter, Clark left no doubt that she was on a mission to make history on the court.
The game at Williams Arena marked the second-ever sold-out home game for the Gopher women’s basketball team, with a record-breaking attendance of 14,625 fans. Clark’s ability to draw fans of all ages to the sport was evident, with groups like the Waconia fifth grade basketball team and families traveling long distances to witness her brilliance.
Looking ahead, Iowa will host No. 2 Ohio State in a highly anticipated matchup, while Minnesota will play at Penn State. The stage is set for an exciting conclusion to the regular season as teams prepare for the upcoming Big Ten tournament.
This historic night in college basketball will be remembered as Caitlin Clark cemented her place as one of the greatest players in women’s college basketball history. The impact of her record-breaking performance will resonate for years to come, inspiring fans and players alike with her remarkable talent and determination.
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